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16 October 2012

It has been too long since I last posted here... I've been busy. It's a good thing in this economy! Anyway, I just got a note about an opening at Autodesk for their Revit program.

You are an expert
in modeling for construction. You pursued this career path because you are
energized by complex problems, passionate about getting the details right, and
convinced that technology can shape our environment. You are a designer at
heart. You are able to lead and also follow. You want to work collaboratively
with a team of equally committed, talented, and driven professionals.

If this is you,
we'd like you to consider joining our team as a user experience designer for
Revit, focused on modeling for construction. Don't worry if you've never
written a line of code or designed a software application, if you are the right
candidate, we can teach you what you need to know user experience design.

Are you excited
by this opportunity? If so, you can review the full position posting here.
Please send a statement of interest and resume to chris.yanchar@autodesk.com. Want
to wow us? Send us a link to some work of which you are really proud
and tell us about your role in making it real.

16 November 2011

Recently bought a Dell XPS9100. Be sure you research the components before you buy from Dell...or you will regret it. I've had several problems so far all related to the video card and misinformation on the Dell website. Then in trying to sort it out I get the runaround between sales, technical support, returns, etc. That of course is broken up by the eventual disconnect at about the 45-50 min mark during the support call. At this point I have given up...sigh.

21 September 2011

Just got the Autodesk Design Suite Premium 2012. Something new was the distribution, it came in a small box with a USB flash drive! No more stacks of CD/DVD cases…

This little thing came packed with software too! AutoCAD, Autodesk SketchBook Designer, Autodesk Showcase, Autodesk Mudbox, and 3ds Max Design! The MSRP is about $5000 but these titles by themselves are almost $10k! For me, having AutoCAD is a no-brainer, everyone can use that. I’ve played with SketchBook but unfortunately I am not much of a freehand artist. But I can model with the best of them and then render real-life with 3ds Max.

This form of bundling and delivery is certainly appealing. The biggest benefit is getting access to some apps that under normal circumstances I would not have been able to buy without a specific use case presented. But now, for example, Showcase, having access to that can cut a lot of time from the “just give me a rendering” efforts. You know, you need a nice render but don’t have the time to do an awesome render.

Where this goes into the future is unclear. I have my doubts about Autodesk providing these USB flash drives to deliver software. I would bet that pretty soon it will be internet download only. Better get yours while supplies last!

26 August 2011

I’m starting to get organized for AU2011 this year in Las Vegas. This year should be a bit busier than most with my additional AUGI responsibilities. I’m really looking forward to meeting some great AUGI volunteers and members. I also really enjoy having a chance to talk Autodesk’s ears off about the software we know and love.

17 August 2011

The preview version of the Autodesk University 2011 class catalog is now live. View it now and begin planning out your AU schedule.Class space at AU is limited so plan to sign up when AU registration goes live for AU members on August 30.

16 July 2011

ANNOUNCEMENT: Call for Participants!
Dear AutoCAD user!
The AutoCAD Team is planning series of user research validations (usability studies) between July 18 and July 22, 2011. All sessions will be remote (using the GoToMeeting and the phone).
We will compensate your time with $30 Amazon Gift Certificate.

Topic
Working with Point Cloud data in AutoCAD.

Who Should Participate?
We are looking for AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil and/or any other application users with experience and need for working with Point Cloud data in their design process.

How is the Study Conducted?
Remotely; an individual 60 min remote session will be conducted via the internet (GoToMeeting) and phone.
When?
The study will be conducted between July 18 and July 22, 2011.

Compensation
You will be receiving $30 Amazon Gift Certificate as a Thank You for your participation or you can also donate this amount to one of the charities.
Note: This research requires a Non-Disclosure Agreement.